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Ricardo Romero

"Yimmy"
11-9-0United StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 3-0Kickboxing 0-1

Last fight: Loss vs James Llontop · TKO · Sep 23, 2026

11-9-0 · 9 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs James Te HunaTKO · R1 0:47
UFCUFC 135: Jones vs Rampage·September 24, 2011

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CAREER SUMMARY

Ricardo Romero holds a professional MMA record of 11-9-0. Romero has 23 professional MMA bouts on record. Romero has won 12 fights: 6 by KO/TKO, 3 by submission, 3 by decision. Of 11 career losses, 9 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Romero lands 2.17 significant strikes per minute with 56% accuracy and averages 1.63 takedowns per 15 minutes. Romero also has 1 recorded Kickboxing bout. Most recent fight: September 24, 2011. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
6'0"183 cm
Weight
205 lbs93 kg
Reach
76"193 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Apr 15, 1978
Age
48
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Jersey City, New Jersey, United States

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs James Llontop
    Inka 61: Ccanto vs. Runa· Sep 23, 2026· Welterweight· 11-9 vs 19-9
    TKO
    R1 · 2:43
  2. LOSS
    vs Jimmie Pace Jr.
    Samurai Fight House 29· Apr 25, 2026· Middleweight· 11-8 vs 8-2
    TKO
    R1 · 3:56
  3. WIN
    vs Brian Roldan
    CAMMADA 8· Feb 8, 2026· Welterweight· 11-7 vs 0-1
    TKO
    R2 · 2:12
  4. LOSS
    vs Jose Sanchez
    Invictus Fighters 19· Mar 9, 2018· Lightweight· 10-7 vs 7-2
    TKO
    R1 · 2:00
  5. WIN
    vs Emiliano Vatti
    Invictus Fighters 19· Mar 9, 2018· Lightweight· 10-6 vs 8-11
    TKO
    R1 · 2:23
  6. WIN
    vs Brian Flamengo
    Invictus Fighters 19· Mar 9, 2018· Lightweight· 9-6 vs 4-5
    DEC
  7. LOSS
    vs Bruno Conti
    Infernales MMA 2· Nov 24, 2017· Lightweight· 8-6 vs 5-3
    UD
  8. LOSS
    vs Juan Cruz Cipriani
    Invictus Fighters 17· Jun 16, 2017· Lightweight· 8-5 vs 10-3
    TKO
    R1 · 3:20
  9. WIN
    vs Andres Flores
    Invictus Fighters 15· Nov 18, 2016· 8-4 vs 3-2
    TKO
    R1 · 3:00
  10. LOSS
    vs Franco Labari
    Infernales MMA 1· Jul 22, 2016· Lightweight· 7-4 vs 1-0
    UD
  11. WIN
    vs Lucas Guarana
    Invictus Fighters 13· Mar 18, 2016· 7-3 vs 0-1
    SUB
    R1 · 1:30
  12. LOSS
    vs Omar Benitez
    Extreme Fight Chaco 9· Dec 11, 2015· 6-3 vs 1-0
    TKO
    R1 · 5:00
  13. WIN
    vs Oscar Sales
    Invictus Fighters 11· Oct 2, 2015· 6-2 vs 2-1
    SUB
    R1 · 1:35
  14. WIN
    vs Mariano Almendra
    Fighting Victory 1· Jul 17, 2015· 5-2 vs 1-5
    TKO
    R2
  15. LOSS
    vs Marcelo Paredes
    Ragnarok 4· Jul 8, 2015· 4-2 vs 2-0
    TKO
    R3 · 4:50
  16. LOSS
    vs Leandro Delgado
    Invictus Fighters 10· Jun 12, 2015· 4-1 vs 2-1
    TKO
    R1 · 4:06
  17. WIN
    vs Facundo Molina
    Invictus Fighters 8· Nov 7, 2014· 4-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
    R1 · 3:54
  18. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Invictus Fighters· Jul 11, 2014· 3-0
    TKO
  19. WIN
    vs Mauricio Salgado
    Invictus Fighters· Apr 11, 2014· 2-0 vs 0-2
    DEC
  20. WIN
    vs Mauricio Salgado
    Invictus Fighters 5· Nov 22, 2013· 1-0 vs 0-1
    UD
  21. LOSS
    vs James Te Huna
    UFC 135: Jones vs Rampage· Sep 24, 2011· Light Heavyweight
    TKO
    R1 · 0:47
  22. LOSS
    vs Kyle Kingsbury
    UFC 126: Silva vs Belfort· Feb 5, 2011· Light Heavyweight
    TKO
    R1 · 0:21
  23. WIN
    vs Seth Petruzelli
    UFC 116: Lesnar vs Carwin· Jul 3, 2010· Light Heavyweight
    SUB
    R2 · 3:05

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

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Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 11-9-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.17per min
56% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.77per min
46% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.63per 15 min
10% success
Takedowns stuffed100%
Submission attempts3.3per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.17per min
56% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.77per min
46% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.63per 15 min
10% success
Takedowns stuffed100%
Submission attempts3.3per 15 min
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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1537▼7
Peak
1741Jul 3, 2010
Rated fights
33
15001600170020082012201620202024Sep 7, 2007 · 1537Oct 26, 2007 · 1590Nov 30, 2007 · 1636Mar 7, 2008 · 1663May 9, 2008 · 1671Sep 12, 2008 · 1632Feb 20, 2009 · 1649Apr 17, 2009 · 1665Jun 12, 2009 · 1685Sep 11, 2009 · 1702Nov 20, 2009 · 1716Jul 3, 2010 · 1741Feb 5, 2011 · 1697Sep 25, 2011 · 1660Nov 22, 2013 · 1616Apr 11, 2014 · 1627Nov 7, 2014 · 1643Jun 12, 2015 · 1607Jul 8, 2015 · 1593Jul 17, 2015 · 1599Oct 2, 2015 · 1608Dec 11, 2015 · 1593Mar 18, 2016 · 1601Jul 22, 2016 · 1592Nov 18, 2016 · 1602Jun 16, 2017 · 1589Nov 24, 2017 · 1581Mar 9, 2018 · 1595Mar 9, 2018 · 1588Mar 9, 2018 · 1583Feb 8, 2026 · 1551Apr 25, 2026 · 1544Sep 23, 2026 · 15371537

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Frequently asked questions

When does Ricardo Romero fight next?

Ricardo Romero has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Ricardo Romero's record?

Ricardo Romero's professional MMA record is 11-9-0.

Who is Ricardo Romero fighting next?

Ricardo Romero's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Ricardo Romero fight last?

Ricardo Romero most recently fought James Te Huna at UFC 135: Jones vs Rampage on Saturday, September 24, 2011, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Ricardo Romero fight in?

Ricardo Romero fights at Light Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Ricardo Romero have?

Ricardo Romero has 6 wins by KO/TKO and 3 wins by submission.

How tall is Ricardo Romero?

Ricardo Romero is 6'0" (183 cm) tall.

How much does Ricardo Romero weigh?

Ricardo Romero weighs 205 lbs (93 kg).

What is Ricardo Romero's reach?

Ricardo Romero has a reach of 76" (193 cm).

How old is Ricardo Romero?

Ricardo Romero is 48 years old (born Apr 15, 1978).

Where is Ricardo Romero from?

Ricardo Romero is from the United States.

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